The average train between Rhymney and Aberdare takes 2h 19m and the fastest train takes 2h 2m. There is an hourly train service from Rhymney to Aberdare. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Rhymney and Aberdare. The earliest departure is at 6:09 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Rhymney is at 9:44 PM which arrives into Aberdare at 7:16 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 19m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Rhymney to Aberdare. However, there are services departing from Rhymney station and arriving at Aberdare station via Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 19m.
Rhymney to Aberdare train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Rhymney station.
Rhymney to Aberdare train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Aberdare station.
Book your Rhymney to Aberdare train tickets online with Transport for Wales.
The distance between Rhymney and Aberdare is 12.2 km. The road distance is 74 km.
You can take a train from Rhymney to Aberdare via Cardiff Central in around 2h 20m.